1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Honda Logo
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Logo weights approximately 148 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Logo (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Honda Logo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | Logo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |